This Island Rocks! The Preparation for the 2011 St. Kitts Music Festival is Well Underway

(PRWEB UK) 21 April 2011

Preparations are already underway for the 2011 event, and the official Facebook page for the 2011 St. Kitts Music Festival is buzzing with talk of potential performers and comments from excited music lovers. The event, which showcases a wide range of music styles, is a great way for visitors and those who own St. Kitts real estate to celebrate the thriving creative culture of this beautiful island.

The festival is the most diversified musical show in the Caribbean, and many big name performers have taken the stage in the past, including Shaggy, Busta Rhymes, Boys II Men, Wyclef Jean and Kool & the Gang. The line-up for this year?s festival has yet to be confirmed, but names that have been mentioned on the official website include Jaime Fox, FloRida, and Keshia Cole. Local radio stations have been taking calls from viewers suggesting who they would like to see perform this year.

The event will be held in Basseterre, the capital of the Federation of Saint Kitts and Nevis. One of the oldest towns in the Eastern Caribbean, it is the country?s main port and the centre of its culture. Despite its size, Basseterre was able to outbid the USA to host matches for the 2007 World Cricket Cup, proving that it is an excellent host city for an event such as this.

As well as an appreciation for great music, one of the main aims of the festival is to showcase St. Kitts as a world-class tourist destination. Many tourists come to enjoy the musicians and end up falling in love with the sand beaches, beautiful scenery and endless sunshine of the island. Sales of St. Kitts real estate have also been on the rise, as many people are choosing it as a place to own a second home or retire in the sun. The fun-loving, festival atmosphere and the friendly, laid back attitude of the people here attract many people to owning St. Kitts real estate.

The St. Kitts Music Festival is not the only party that happens in St. Kitts. There are lively celebrations held throughout the year, making it always exciting to live in St. Kitts real estate. The St. Kitts Carnival is celebrated in December and January and includes parades in the streets and massive dance parties. The International Triathlon event, held every May, attracts competitors from all over the world, even as far as Australia. In late July, Culturama is celebrated on nearby Nevis with shows, street jamming, and horse racing. There is always a reason to party on this beautiful island, which means it is never boring to be living in St. Kitts real estate.

During the St. Kitts Music Festival, the island will be busier than usual so those who are planning on travelling to St. Kitts to attend should book flights and accommodation in advance. For those that own St. Kitts real estate on the island, they are being advised to purchase tickets early so that they get to see the bands of their choice.

To keep updated on the festival and be the first to know which bands will be featured, check out the St Kitts Music Festival website.

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Music Festivals and Awards Abound In Nashville This Fall Festivals and Award Shows Showcase Diversity of Music in Music City

Nashville, TN (PRWEB) August 11, 2011

Fall in Music City means one thing: music festivals. They fill up the autumn calendar and make those cool nights even cooler. Headliners, up-and-comers and everything in between will take to the stage to show off the many genres of music Nashville has to offer.

Finding all the music venues around town can be tricky so download the free Nashville Live Music app, the first ever city-wide live music guide. Created to help visitors and locals find live music venues throughout Music City, the app allows users to search for music by area of town or venue name, and will tell you exactly who?s playing at each venue. There is also a map function that shows you where the venues are, as well as an augmented reality feature that uses your phone?s camera to show the live music venue options located nearest to you.

National Folk Festival

September 2-4

http://www.nationalfolkfestival.com

The National Folk Festival is a three-day, outdoor event presented free to the public that celebrates the roots, richness and variety of American culture. Taking place at the Bicentennial Capitol Mall in Downtown Nashville, it will feature a broad array of music and dance performances, participatory dancing, workshops, children's activities, regional and ethnic foods, storytelling, parades, craft exhibits, demonstrations and more.

For a list of more Labor Day weekend events go to http://www.visitmusiccity.com/visitors/labordayweekend.

Live On The Green

Thursday nights September 8- October 13

http://www.liveonthegreen.net

Live On The Green is a free, six-week concert series held every Thursday evening from September 8th to October 13th in Public Square Plaza adjacent to Nashville's Metropolitan Courthouse. Now in its third year, the successful concert series highlights local artists as well as national acts representing some of the best talent Music City has to offer. Confirmed performers include The Nashville Symphony with K.S. Rhoads, Ten out of Tenn, Los Lonely Boys, Edwin McCain and more.

Next Big Nashville presents SoundLand

September 21-24

http://www.nbnsoundland.com

Now in its sixth year, Music City?s most progressive annual musical event, Next BIG Nashville, is transforming and breaking new ground, all under the new moniker: SoundLand. SoundLand will feature over 100 national and regional acts performing in 11 different venues over the course of four nights, along with VIP parties and creative workshops during the day. Also new this year, SoundLand will be adding outdoor stages, arts, local food trucks and more interactive fun, culminating in an all-day party at Public Square Park in downtown Nashville on Saturday, September 24.

Some of this year?s performers include: Foster the People, Ghostland Observatory, M Ward, Dawes, Cults, Justin Townes Earle, The Low Anthem, JEFF The Brotherhood, Jason Isbell & The 400 Unit, Bonobo, Ben Sollee, Carl Broemel, Yelawolf, Big K.R.I.T., Those Darlins and Jessica Lea Mayfield among many others.

International Bluegrass Music Association ?World of Bluegrass?

September 26- October 2

http://www.ibma.org

The ?World of Bluegrass? is a week long celebration of all things bluegrass. The week starts off with the IBMA Business Conference, Sept. 26-29, followed by the International Bluegrass Music Awards Show on September 29th at the historic Ryman Auditorium. Finally the Bluegrass Fan Fest, Sept. 30-Oct. 2, will feature more than 60 performances by the industry?s top acts.

Americana Music Festival and Conference

October 12-15

http://www.americanamusic.org

The 12th Annual Americana Festival includes four nights of 100 live performances at five music venues in and around downtown Nashville. Days are filled with seminars, panels and networking opportunities at the Nashville Convention Center. The event?s climax is the Americana Honors and Awards ceremony on October 13th at the Ryman Auditorium.

Music City Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony

November 6 (tentative date)

http://www.visitmusiccity.com/walkoffame

The Music City Walk of Fame is a landmark tribute to those from all genres of music who have contributed to the world through song or other industry collaboration and made a significant contribution to the music industry with connection to Music City. Inductees are announced and honored at a special ceremony with a permanent platinum-and-granite, star-and-guitar sidewalk marker. Inducted honorees include the Fisk Jubilee Singers, Keith Urban, Jimi Hendrix, Kris Kristofferson, Reba McEntire, Roy Orbison, The Crickets, Emmylou Harris, John Hiatt, Dolly Parton, Vince Gill, Michael W. Smith, Little Richard and more.

This event is free to the public.

45th Annual CMA Awards

November 9

http://www.cmaawards.com

See the 45th Annual CMA Awards live from the Bridgestone Arena in downtown Nashville on November 9th. Country superstars Brad Paisley and Carrie Underwood will host ?Country Music?s Biggest Night? which will include performances by the genre?s top acts.

For more information or to book a trip to Nashville, visit http://www.visitmusiccity.com.

CONTACT:

Jenny Steuber

(615) 259-4745

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The Promise of Nashville, where the music is inspired, created, recorded and performed, is to provide the ultimate musical entertainment experience, celebrated throughout our diverse cultural and entertainment offerings, and presented in an authentic, unique, friendly and unpretentious atmosphere.